Immunomodulatory effects of parasitic dinoflagellate Hematodinium on crustacean hemocytes
The parasitic dinoflagellate Hematodinium spp. is an endoparasitic dinoflagellatet. It could infect more than 40 species of marine crustaceans, leading to Hematodinium epizootics......»»
“Deny, denounce, delay”: The battle over the risk of ultra-processed foods
Big Food is trying to dampen fears about the effects of industrially formulated substances. Enlarge (credit: monticelllo/Getty) When the Brazilian nutritional scientist Carlos Monteiro coined the term “ultra-processed.....»»
Biden’s new import rules will hit e-bike batteries too
The tariffs’ effects on the bike industry are still up in the air. Enlarge (credit: RyanLJane via Getty) Last week, the Biden administration announced it would levy dramatic new tariffs on electric vehicles, electric v.....»»
Heatmaps show trematodes congregate in certain parts of amphibians" bodies, often to dire physical consequences
Trematodes, also known as flukes, are a class of parasitic flatworms with intricate lifecycles. This makes them interesting to scientists, but they are also significant to both human health and wildlife conservation......»»
Beach erosion will make Southern California coastal living five times more expensive by 2050, study predicts
Rising sea levels and urban development are accelerating coastal erosion at an alarming rate in Southern California with significant ripple effects on the region's economy, a USC study reveals......»»
U.S. announces details on higher China tariffs, some to start Aug. 1; China hints at 25% retaliation tariffs
The Trade Representatives office said a 30-day public comment period will seek comments on the effects of the proposed tariff hike on the U.S. economy. .....»»
Race-based police violence impacts wealth of Black families, study finds
Financial decision-making for Black individuals can be dealt a major blow by race-based police violence, new research suggests, offering insight into the far-reaching effects of police brutality......»»
A review of the applications of mercury stable isotopes for tracing volcanism in geologic events
Mercury is a toxic heavy metal that can exist stably as a gas, with high volatility and global distribution in the atmosphere. Volcanoes represent a primary natural source of Hg in the atmosphere, with significant effects on Hg cycles on both global.....»»
Unlocking the secrets of plant-electromagnetic field interactions: A comprehensive review
A research team has meticulously analyzed the biological impacts of ornamental plants' exposure to electromagnetic fields (EMFs), especially those at high frequencies. They proposed a comprehensive strategy to predict and mitigate these effects by co.....»»
Study reveals how a sugar-sensing protein acts as a "machine" to switch plant growth—and oil production—on and off
Proteins are molecular machines, with flexible pieces and moving parts. Understanding how these parts move helps scientists unravel the function a protein plays in living things—and potentially how to change its effects. Biochemists at the U.S. Dep.....»»
Enhancing land surface models to visualize vegetation gradients in hilly terrain
Land surface models are an indispensable tool for environmental scientists to map the natural features of our world, particularly when they monitor the effects of climate change or assess conservation efforts......»»
Wegovy Can Keep Weight Off for at Least 4 Years, Research Shows
Users receiving weekly injections saw their weight fall, plateau, and stabilize over the course of a four-year trial—but it’s still unclear how long these effects last after stopping taking the drug......»»
Hawaii study shows almost 75% of Maui wildfire survey participants have respiratory issues
A University of Hawaii study examining the health effects of last year's deadly wildfires on Maui found that up to 74% of participants may have difficulty breathing and otherwise have poor respiratory health, and almost half showed signs of compromis.....»»
Temperature, time and blueberry wine: Researchers examine fermentation"s effects on health-promoting compounds
Nutrient-rich blueberries—a common breakfast smoothie ingredient—can also create wine. But does the heat and time required to ferment this mighty berry strip out any of those potential health-promoting compounds? Researchers in ACS Food Science &.....»»
Weight loss from Wegovy sustained for up to four years, trial shows
It's still unclear how long people will have to stay on the drugs to maintain the effects. Enlarge / Wegovy is an injectable prescription weight loss medicine that has helped people with obesity. (credit: Getty | Michael Siluk).....»»
A switch for the internal clock: Exploring quantum biology for novel medical therapies
A research collaboration has explored the effects of nuclear magnetic resonance on the internal clock of cells at different times of day and under oxygen deprivation......»»
In Defense of Parasitic Worms
Nature can’t run without parasites, and climate change is driving some to extinction. What happens when they start to disappear?.....»»
Study explores effects of overseas business activity through experiences of expatriates
In international business, companies frequently dispatch their employees overseas as expatriates. They are crucial for linking the headquarters with foreign branches and their subsidiaries and bridging cultural, language, and business practice gaps......»»
Growth mindset teaching helps students make the grade
It's been more than 30 years since psychologist Carol Dweck introduced "growth mindset"—the psychological and motivational effects of believing that a person's ability in any domain is not fixed but can develop through effort and coaching. The conc.....»»
Report: There are no good or bad oil crops, only good and bad practices
When shopping, have you considered the social and environmental impacts of your vegetable oil purchases? Most products offer limited information on these effects. Labels like "No Palm Oil"—linked to environmental damage and threats to orangutans—.....»»
Researchers discovery family of natural compounds that selectively kill parasites
An international team led by researchers at the University of Toronto has found a family of natural compounds with potential as new and more effective treatments for parasitic worms. The compounds stall the unique metabolic process that worms use to.....»»